Fortress FX-125 Anchor 69 lbs for boats 69-150'

Fortress Anchor 69 lbs for boats 69-150'

The Legendary Fortress Anchor

In test after test, from coast to coast and from around the world, no

anchor in history has been called “The World’s Best Anchor” by more

boaters and respected marine experts than Fortress...and for good

reason.

Years of research and development, high-tech materials and

manufacturing and thousands of real world tests are your assurance of

performance, quality, and value. Fortress weighs only half as much as

heavier steel anchors and yet outperforms them all.

Why? Because the Fortress design does not depend upon weight to

provide world class performance. All this adds up to your best value

in anchoring safety and convenience.

Features and Benefits

Precision-machined from an aluminum alloy that is as strong as steel,

but only half the weight.
Easy to manage weight
Rustproof
Sharper than heavy, dull-edged steel anchors
Will set faster and penetrate deeper into common sea bottoms for

incredible holding power

Can be disassembled
Excellent as a spare or storm anchor
Easy to store

Lifetime Parts Replacement Warranty
Free replacement of any damaged anchor part...Forever!*
*Customer pays shipping and handling costs only.

Adjustable 32° to 45° fluke angle
Exclusive and patented feature which dramatically increases holding

power in problem soft mud bottoms

Tough anodized finish
Handsome and durable appearance
Corrision resistant



Exclusive Fortress Features

The World’s Best Anchor for the most demanding applications.

Fortress Anchors are made from a high tensile, corrosion resistant

aluminum magnesium alloy.

Fortress Anchors are shipped in compact and informative boxes.

Fortress Anchors can be easily disassembled for compact storage as a

spare or storm anchor.

Anchor Selection & Specifications Guide

Boat size recommendations are for boats of average windage and

proportions in 30 knots of wind, average bottom conditions, and

moderate protection from open seas. Remember that the loads in 42

knots of wind are twice as much as in 30 knots.

Use three-strand nylon rope, 6-12 ft (2-4 m) of chain and a minimum

of 5:1 scope. Also, a minimum of 6 ft (2 m) of chain should be used

for every 25 ft (8 m) of water depth. For storm conditions use an

anchor one or two sizes larger.

Visit http://www.fortressanchors.com/fortress_anchor_guide.html for

selection guide





Anchoring Myths and Facts

Myth: The heavier the anchor, the better.....

Fact: Modern designs and state-of-the-art engineering have made

anchors not only better, but lighter, too! In several real world

tests, including one conducted by the U.S. Navy, the best holding

anchors were actually among the lightest! Anchor design has more

effect on holding power than weight.

Myth: Steel is the strongest material for anchors.....

Fact: Not anymore! Many materials are now stronger than steel. For

example, high-tensile aluminum-magnesium alloy is well suited for

anchors and is, pound-for-pound, more than twice as strong as steel.

Myth: All anchors perform the same way.....

Fact: Not so! Different designs and different materials make anchors

perform very differently. When you consider the value of the boat an

anchor is protecting, (your boat!) an anchor is no place to

economize. It pays to get the best performing anchor you can.

Myth: Anchors that look alike, are alike.....

Fact: Looks can be deceiving. Technical designs, manufacturing

processes and metal alloys go through varying degrees of quality

control and some are just plain better. Be sure to look for

independent testing of holding power and approval from standards

organizations, indicated by "ABS Type Certification" (ABS is the

American Bureau of Shipping) or similar.

Myth: Just toss an anchor overboard, and you are anchored.....

Fact: It's not so simple. Your anchor is just one part of a total

anchoring system. It's made up of the anchor, chain, rope, shackles,

deck gear, and... your own anchoring skill and knowledge!

Fortress Anchor Research is recognized around the world, and being

boaters ourselves, we are happy to share our knowledge with you. If

you have any questions we would be glad to talk to you on our

Anchoring Hotline at: 800-825-6289 USA or 954-978-9988.




FAQ's

What are Fortress and Guardian Anchors made from?
Fortress Anchors are made from hardened high-tech aluminum magnesium

alloy. Fortress anchors are also anodized for a handsome and durable

finish.

What is the difference between a Fortress and a Guardian?
(1) Fortress is anodized, which is a chemically bonded coating. This

gives the Fortress Anchor greater corrosion resistance and a more

attractive appearance. Guardian anchors are not anodized.
(2) Fortress anchors have more precision machining done to the shank

and flukes, so they are sharper and better able to penetrate the sea

bottom deeper, and thus provide more holding power.
(3) Fortress anchors have two adjustable angles: 32° and 45° for soft

mud. Guardian has just the 32° angle.
(4) Fortress anchors have a Lifetime Parts Replacement Warranty,

Guardian anchors have a One Year Parts Replacement Warranty.

How much chain should I use?
The length of chain to be used depends on the depth of water in which

you are anchoring. If you are using the recommended 5 to 1 scope,

then you will have part of your anchor rode resting on the sea

bottom. We want to make sure that it is chain resting on the sea

bottom and not rope, which obviously can chafe.
Therefore, we recommend that for every 25' of water you are anchoring

in, you should use 6' of chain, which will be approximately the

length of the anchor rode that is resting on the sea bottom at that

water depth. So if you are in 50' of water, then use 12' of chain. If

you are in 100' of water, 24' of chain, etc.

Why should I use Mud Palms?
We have found from our research and from our customers that the Mud

Palms help the anchor to set faster in ANY bottom. Our advice is to

install the Mud Palms on the anchor and leave them on.

I would like to mount my anchor on the bow, or on a rail, or on the

deck. What parts are required?
Please see the links below for different anchor mounting hardware:
Deck Chocks - www.perko.com
Rail Mounts - www.windline.com
Bow Rollers - www.windline.com

My anchor does not fit into the small anchor locker on my boat. Can I

cut the stock to make the anchor fit?
We do not recommend it. The stock is the perpendicular piece of the

anchor that your are referring to, and it is the "landing gear" for

the anchor. The stock helps to balance the anchor once it reaches the

sea bottom, and then the flukes fall forward and the anchor begins to

dig in and set.

How can I change the angle from 32 to 45 degrees?
Visit our 32 degree to 45 degree angle page to learn how to change

the angle of the anchor flukes.

What is your contact information at the factory?
Our location is:
1386 West McNab Road
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309
The phone number is 954-978-9988 or 800-825-6289 (U.S. Only) and our

fax number is 954-974-5378. We can be reached via email at

info@fortressanchors.com, or use the handy form on our website.


Safe Anchoring Guide:

http://www.fortressanchors.com/safe_anchoring.html